17TH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON COMMUNICATION IN THE NEW WORLD SUCCESSFULLY HELD IN KAYSERİ
October 20–23, 2026 | Kayseri, Türkiye
The 17th International Congress on Communication in the New World, organized in cooperation with IKSAD Institute and MeetCon as part of the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Faculty of Communication at Erciyes University, was successfully held in Kayseri, Türkiye, from October 20 to 23, 2026.
Bringing together scientists, academics, and researchers from 32 different countries, the congress addressed digitalization, artificial intelligence, new media, decolonialism, communication ethics, and current developments in communication sciences.
The opening ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Cevdet KIRPIK, Vice Rector of Erciyes University; Prof. Dr. Mustafa AKDAĞ, Dean of the Faculty of Communication and Congress Chair; and Prof. Dr. Hasan ÇİFTÇİ, Member of the IKSAD High Council and MeetCon Conference Chair.
Providing an international academic platform for researchers from different countries, the congress offered opportunities to examine the evolving dynamics of communication sciences, the social impacts of digital transformation, and the influence of emerging technologies on communication processes.
The scientific sessions contributed significantly to strengthening international academic interaction, promoting interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, and fostering new scientific collaborations.
Held in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the Faculty of Communication at Erciyes University, the congress highlighted the importance of academic solidarity, international cooperation, and the exchange of scientific knowledge in advancing communication studies.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Prof. Dr. Fatih ALTUN, Rector of Erciyes University; Prof. Dr. Cevdet KIRPIK, Vice Rector; Prof. Dr. Mustafa AKDAĞ, Congress Chair; and Prof. Dr. Hasan ÇİFTÇİ, MeetCon Conference Chair, for their valuable support and contributions to the successful organization of the congress.
We also express our appreciation to the members of the Organizing and Scientific Committees, session chairs, and all academics and researchers from 32 countries whose scientific contributions enriched this international gathering.
At IKSAD Institute, we remain committed to strengthening international academic partnerships with universities and scientific organizations, supporting innovative scientific research, and bringing scholars from different countries together through collaborative academic platforms.
IKSAD INSTITUTE
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